Stimming (aka self-stimulating) is a form of repetitive movement or sound designed to self-soothe. Stimming is a behavioural response that we all do to varying degrees. Playing with your pen, tapping your foot or picking at your fingernails are all common behaviours. Stress balls, fidget spinners...
I have come across many inspiring proudly neurodivergent people. Our conversations are stimulating, educational and inspiring. Will Wheeler and I were introduced virtually in 2021 and we’ve since had the chance to meet in person on several occasions to share our thoughts and ideas about neuroinclusivity. Will...
Ainsley Sykes is Head of Commercial Initiatives, Retail Design & Technology at Currys, an electronic goods retailer in the UK. Ainsley also leads Curry’s local Diversity and Inclusion network. Currys recently launched a Quiet Hour in its 300+ stores nationally, inspired by a staff member’s comment on...
It’s interesting how connections are made. Amanda Riley and I noticed each other through the change management community and a shared interest in neuroinclusive practices. With a combined 45+ years of Change experience, we have a lot to talk about! Amanda is an ADHDer. She received a...
I confess, I’m a sentimentalist. I’ve held on to my babies’ clothing, the lock of hair after their first haircut and the books that we read over and over as they grew. Storytime was one of my favourite activities with my children. A Bad Case of...
I heard about Hidden Disabilities Sunflower - Australia & New Zealand in 2021 when a family member purchased a Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyard and proudly came to show me and describe why they find it is useful on public transport or out shopping. As they...
I am passionate about neurodiversity in the workplace. I also believe that storytelling is a powerful way to see the world through someone else's eyes, providing us an opportunity to listen to authentic, lived experience. Meet Cherie My search for authentic stories led me to meet 🌈...
I recently caught up with Peter Sheean who reflected on his time as Accessibility Sponsor during the launch of Coles Quiet Hour. Peter was a senior stakeholder of mine back in the early 2010s, and it was a pleasure to reconnect with him on a...
In a world that prioritises verbal expression, there exists a rich and diverse mode of communication that extends beyond the spoken word. I interviewed Chitra Paul, a dedicated advocate and parent of a non-speaking autistic individual named Tarun. We discuss their journey, challenges, triumphs, and...
Allyship doesn’t come with a certificate. It’s a practice, not perfection, that matters. Neurodiversity inclusion isn’t about getting it right once. It’s about showing up, listening and learning – over and over again. The best allies know this work is ongoing. It’s not a checkbox. It’s a commitment. Here...